Senior PHP Developer

With Intelligence is looking for a Senior PHP Developer to join our talented and collaborative engineering team. We're currently scaling up our product base, leveraging the advances in data technology, AI and ML in order to transform our ecosystem into a fluid, event-based and decoupled offering. We're bringing best-of-breed technology options into our mix to ensure we're well-positioned to give our proprietary data the platform it needs to shine.We are assembling a global technology team to lead these advancements. This is an opportunity to apply your strong development skills and incorporate the latest technologies and approaches, keeping us at the forefront of data-driven product development.As a Senior PHP Developer, your responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining backend services. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team consisting of PHP, React, and NodeJS developers, along with a dedicated Product Owner and Tester, to deliver quality software solutions.Responsibilities:Develop, maintain, and optimize web applications using PHP (Symfony framework). Work with Doctrine ORM for efficient database modeling, migrations, and query optimization. Design and implement robust, scalable, and reusable code following best practices and coding standards. Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance. Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic. Partner with product managers and designers to convert business requirements into effective technical solutions. Conduct code reviews to maintain quality, consistency, and adherence to standards. Perform thorough testing and debugging to ensure optimal functionality and reliability. Optimize application performance and ensure scalability of backend systems. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in PHP and Symfony development. RequirementsProven strong experience with PHP and Symfony.Solid understanding of Doctrine ORMExposure to ElasticSearch or similar search technologies is a plus.Familiarity with object-oriented design patterns and SOLID principles. Comfortable with Git-based workflows and CI/CD pipelines.Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.Strong communication and collaboration abilitiesBenefitsAnnual Leave22 days per calendar year (and all local bank holidays)An additional day off for your birthdayWellness and Care LeaveUp to 5 days for self-care or wellnessVolunteer Day1 day off to support a charity of your choiceShare With SchemeEligible employees receive a share in a qualifying eventTherapy Sessions50% contribution towards therapy sessions, up to BGN 90 per sessionLunch & LearnsEvents held throughout the year with educational or informative topicsCharity Matching DaysCompany matches charity sponsorships up to 3500 BGNHybrid Working3 days in the office, 2 days working from homeMultisport50% contribution from the employer, 50% from employeeState BenefitsPension & health provisionFamily-friendly policyOffice FacilitiesContemporary office spaceFree Onsite gymAddress: 51, "Cherni vrah" Blvd, 1407 Sofia, WorkBetter Coworking spaceEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)24-hour confidential health assistance via TelusHealth, including:Counselling supportFinancial wellbeingBereavement supportLegal informationMedical informationRefer a FriendBGN 1,200 reward for successful referralHardship FundFinancial assistance repayable with low interest over 3, 6, or 12 monthsLearn With UsAccess to a learning platform with over 80,000 free courses